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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Transplant Surgery
  • Obstetrics

Background:

  • Pregnancy following kidney transplantation is infrequent.
  • Carries risks for mother, child, and the transplanted kidney.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze pregnancy outcomes and kidney function in kidney transplant recipients.
  • To assess long-term graft and maternal health post-pregnancy.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 22 pregnancies in 18 women over 49 years.
  • Monitored kidney function (serum creatinine) and pregnancy complications.

Main Results:

  • No graft rejection during pregnancy; 3 rejections occurred postpartum.
  • Preeclampsia occurred in 6 women; 19 deliveries by C-section.
  • No significant long-term decline in renal function or proteinuria observed up to 3 years post-pregnancy.

Conclusions:

  • Kidney transplant recipients can maintain renal function post-pregnancy.
  • Postpartum graft rejection and preeclampsia are significant concerns.
  • Congenital anomaly rates were comparable to the general population.